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2026 Race · Oregon

U.S. House (District 2)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 2) in Oregon is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Cliff Bentz (Republican) and Chris Beck (Democratic). The seat is currently held by Cliff Bentz (Republican), who has served since January 2021, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Chris Beck

Democratic

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Incumbent's record this term

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Cliff Bentz

Republican · Since January 2021

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Energy and Commerce
  • Natural Resources

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.9337

    Hydropower Licensing Affordability Act

  • HR.8958

    To grant to Crook County, Oregon, a right-of-way for the construction of a new road in Juniper Canyon, and...

2026 Oregon U.S. House (District 2) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 2) in Oregon in 2026?

Cliff Bentz (Republican) and Chris Beck (Democratic). Cliff Bentz is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 Oregon U.S. House (District 2) election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by Oregon and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Cliff Bentz, a Republican, currently represents Oregon, serving since January 2021.

What committees does Cliff Bentz serve on?

Cliff Bentz serves on House Committee on Energy and Commerce and House Committee on Natural Resources. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.